CSX Transportation www.csx.com CSX invests in emissions reduction, alternative fuels, and technology. In 2023, CSX helped customers avoid 12.9 million metric tons of CO2 emissions by shifting freight from road to rail. The company is targeting a 37.3% reduction in greenhouse gas intensity by 2030, aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative. It has repowered 15 locomotives to Tier 4 EPA standards, tested biodiesel blends that cut emissions by nearly 20%, and piloted a hydrogen fuel cell locomotive. An $11.6-million grant will support the deployment of three battery-electric locomotives in Baltimore by 2026. NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT: CSX’s sustainability leadership has earned recognition from S&P Global and inclusion in the Dow Jones North America Sustainability Index for 12 consecutive years. Dematic www.dematic.com Dematic helps customers achieve their sustainability goals through intelligent automation solutions and services that reduce environmental impact, optimize resource utilization, and promote responsible business practices throughout the supply chain. Dematic is committed to net zero by 2050, and its commitment and reduction guide path was validated by Science Based Targets Initiative in December 2024. The company also supports the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, aiming for a sustainable future in commerce. All of Dematic’s locations are ISO 14000 (environment management systems) and 45001 (health and safety systems) certified. NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT: Dematic earned EcoVadis silver or gold ratings in each of its four regions, placing in the top 5-15% of all companies rated. DHL www.dhl.com Since introducing its GoGreen initiative in 2008, DHL Group has focused on developing sustainable supply chain
solutions—from carbon reporting tools to its investment in biofuels, sustainable buildings, and electric and hydrogen vehicles. The company maintains goals of being carbon neutral by 2045 and achieving net zero emissions by 2050. DHL currently utilizes more than 29,000 e-vehicles as part of its strategy to reduce direct and indirect emissions (Scopes 1 and 2) by 42% and logistics-related Scope 3 emissions by 25% in total by 2030. The company is also working toward having more than 30% of its aviation fuel blended with sustainable alternative fuel (SAF) by 2030—it currently ranks first among airlines for SAF as a share of all jet fuel.
certifications. Dimerco earned a B- rating from CDP, reflecting strong environmental performance in the intermodal transport sector. Starting in 2024, the company also partnered with Acer and Cathay Pacific Cargo to adopt sustainable aviation fuel on Cathay flights, supporting emissions reduction in aviation. Also, Dimerco’s emissions reporting system, built on EcoTransIT World’s methodology, provides customers with reliable CO2 data for all air and ocean shipments. NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT: Dimerco received the Best Green Logistics Provider at the Asian Freight Logistics and Supply Chain awards. East Coast Warehouse & Distribution www.eastcoastwarehouse.com At its headquarters, which houses the largest solar-powered warehouse in the Northeast, East Coast Warehouse & Distribution produces more than 2 million kWh of clean, renewable energy each year. In addition, East Coast Warehouse & Distribution utilizes state- of-the-art motion-sensing technology to provide advanced and reliable energy- saving controls across its facilities. As a result of these efforts, the company has saved 1.3 million kWh and prevented 3.15 million pounds of carbon dioxide,
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENT: DHL’s sustainability honors include the
Sustainable Logistics Solution of the Year Award, the ACO Sustainable Endurance Award, and the Sustainable Procurement Leadership Award. Dimerco Express Group www.dimerco.com Dimerco set a 30% Scope 1 and 2 emissions reduction target by 2030 and aims to achieve 100% renewable electricity for its offices by 2050. The company is certified to ISO 14064- 1:2018 for greenhouse gas emissions reporting, and its subsidiary in China holds ISO 14001 and ISO 45001
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